Webinar: Modeling in Autodesk Maya 2015
An overview of the Modeling Toolkit in Maya 2015 and Maya 2015 Extension 1. Topics covered include: Multi-Cut Tool, Bevels, Booleans, Quad Draw, Target Weld, Connect, Wedge, among others. Using the Modeling Toolkit (based on the NEX plug-in), we look at the tools available for creating models quickly and effectively. The Quad Draw tool provides two primary areas of workflow: Dot Drawing and Poly Strips for Manual Retopology. The Dot drawing technique involves placing dots along a mesh and quickly generating polygonal faces (Shift key). Using Poly Strips allows for the very rapid generation of a surface over an existing mesh. Extending edges and loops is a powerful way to produce a quick retopology while allowing the artist to retain control over each component.